Applications Engineer II

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JR Automation a Hitachi Group Company is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the worlds leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and were always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as an Applications Engineer II supporting our Salt Lake City Division.

The Applications Engineer II is responsible for developing competitive customer-focused automation solutions within the custom automation equipment industry. This role translates customer requirements and pain points into technically capable cost-effective system concepts that can be proposed sold and executed. The Applications Engineer II owns concept development cost estimation and proposal creation in response to customer Requests for Proposal (RFPs) while supporting Account Managers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Location Type: This is an onsite position located near the greater Ogden/Salt Lake City UT area. A hybrid role may be considered.

How Youll Make an Impact:

• Gaining a thorough understanding of the Customer Specifications Requirements and existing Pain Points

• Develop and Define cost competitive capable Technical Solutions that meet Internal & External Customer requirements.

• Apply Practical Conformance to the JRA Applications Engineering Corporate Practices Procedures and Tools

• Provide Cross Functional Team Support for Projects for which you were the assigned Application Engineer.

• Aiding in the Mentorship of Less Experienced Apps Engineers Co-ops & Interns

Responsibilities:

• Develop a thorough understanding of customer specifications requirements and operational pain points.

• Interact with customers during the definition of machine requirements concept development and proposal presentation.

• Generate conceptual automation solutions for applications with no standard or prior solutions using CAD tools such as SolidWorks Creo CATIA or Visual Components.

• Develop cost estimates risk assessments cycle time analyses and system flow diagrams to support proposals.

• Prepare and participate in internal and external quote reviews presenting concepts costs risks and delivery timelines.

• Author clear and comprehensive proposals defining scope of work production rates machine buy-off requirements and customer part requirements.

• Support Account Managers by incorporating customer pain points and competitive advantages into proposals.

• Provide cross-functional technical support during the quoting and early project phases.

• Applying Practical Conformance to Corporate Practices Procedures and Tools

• Mentor junior Applications Engineers co-ops and interns.

• Travel to customer sites and company locations as needed.

Note: This list of responsibilities is not inclusive; however it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What Youll Bring:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or related technical field calculated as two (2) years of relevant work experience for each year of academic study.

• 5 or more years of experience in automation machinery or related technical industries.

• Hands-on experience in Applications Engineering quoting and customer interaction.

• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks Creo CATIA Visual Components).

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint.

• Strong written verbal and presentation communication skills.

• Current or prior JR Automation experience or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages medical benefits starting your first day and paid parental leave

• Opportunity to work on unique custom automation projects

• A collaborative engineering-driven environment

• Career growth and skill development opportunities

• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen physical examination and background check.

Company Overview:

At JR Automation A Hitachi Group Company we discover potential reimagine limits and advance industry. When faced with a problem we find a solution. Together we push whats possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2000 at one of our 20 facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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